9 Best Pubs near Bowdoinham

“We had a great lunch on a Monday afternoon. It was a little chilly inside, but that is to be expected with an old building. Service was friendly and efficient.
Local greens in the side salad were fresh and delicious. Loved the pickles with the sandwich.
Reuben was amazing- not greasy, fresh house corned beef. My husband had the patty melt with yummy sweet potato fries.
There are some other items I would like to go back and try, like the fried pickled asparagus !
Thank you for a tasty lunch on a dreary Monday 🙂“

“Low key lit — where the beer’s cold, the chowder’s hot, and the gossip travels faster than Wi-Fi“

“We stayed two nights while dropping our son off at Bowdoin. The owner Eileen was very welcoming. We stayed in the suite, which was spacious, beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast both days. We definitely plan to stay there again when we are in Brunswick.“

“great place to have fun with friends“

“Was surprised to see a juicy lucy on a menu in Maine. Not the same without a pitcher of Grainbelt, but still two Midwest thumbs up! Great service and beer selection, too.“

“Nice place, always friendly service with a good point and meal“

“this place is a true Maine gem.! we've been going here a few years now is without a doubt the absolute best pizza in the state of maine! the sandwich is also a good second choice. they always have unique local beers, and a super friendly crowd. we travel 45 minutes once a week and it's worth it!“

“Overall, my experience was very positive, and I would anticipate returning.

Upon entering, I experienced some initial confusion regarding where to sit and how to be greeted. Clearer signage or direction at the entrance could help create a smoother first impression and improve the overall customer experience.

One of the restaurant’s biggest strengths is its combination of competitive pricing and generous portion sizes. The availability of homemade desserts is also a great touch and adds to the appeal.

The food itself was compelling enough to make me want to return. The flavors exceeded my expectations, particularly considering the restaurant’s target demographic and price point.

Amanda, a front-of-house team member, deserves special recognition for providing exceptional service. She was attentive, proactive in addressing customer needs, and consistently engaged with patrons throughout the meal. Her customer-service approach made a noticeable difference in the overall experience.

The main reasons I would not give the restaurant a full five stars were the high noise level in the dining area and some inconsistency with the food specials. For example, the tuna was somewhat dry, which may have been the result of cooking it too quickly at a higher temperature. The Blueberry pie and the cheesecake were great, the chicken marcela was a bit oily.

Despite these minor issues, the combination of good value, generous portions, enjoyable flavors, homemade desserts, and excellent service makes this a restaurant I would gladly visit again.“

“Been enjoying 99 for years. Wish they’d bring back the New Orleans Shrimp“